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Latent TB Infection (LTBI) Talking Points for Civil Surgeons and Office Staff

These talking points can be used by civil surgeons and other health professionals on their staff. The talking points describe TB, explain the meaning of a positive TB blood test, and encourage patients diagnosed with latent TB infection to start and complete treatment. The talking points can be used throughout TB testing process that occurs during immigration medical examinations.

Author:
California TB Controllers Association (CTCA)
Format:
Fact Sheet
Publication Date:
2023
ID:
371946
  • Non-U.S.-born persons
  • Persons With LTBI
  • TB
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